Lenovo A310

Looking for something stunning for the summer?!

Ive read up on the Lenovo A310 All-in-one desktop for a while now, appreciating its aesthetics, design and specifications. It is gorgeous. There's no denying it!

It seems now theres a lot of companies selling these products at a very good price. If you cant justify spending something rediculos on a Mac, then this is definitely the option to go for. In some cases the specifications are comparable and the product is 1/2 the price! Ashtonishing!


Check it out here! - http://www.cavtec.co.uk/store/product.php?id_product=57

A little overview from Lenovo:

The centre of attraction

Fun is making a statement with the world’s slimmest all-in-one PC--the Lenovo IdeaCentre A310.

The Lenovo IdeaCentre A310 packs a range of features into a slim design

The Lenovo IdeaCentre A310 all-in-one PC packs a lot into a surprisingly slim design that’s just 18.5mm thick. Using the latest high contrast LED Panel Technology, the 21.5" widescreen display produces pictures as stunning as anything you’ve seen from a PC before. What’s more, there’s the smart performance of the all new 2010 Intel Core i3 processor that enables high-definition video playback, while a full range of connectors including HDMI in and out, integrated stereo speakers, USB 2.0, FireWire and 7-in-1 card reader make the IdeaCentre A310 as practical as it is beautiful. And with Lenovo Enhanced Experience for Windows 7, the IdeaCentre A310 ensures fast boot and shutdown, richer multimedia capabilities and easy system maintenance tools. Best of all, it's from Lenovo, makers of the award-winning ThinkPad notebook.

OneKey for all

The OneKey Rescue System is designed for quick and easy data recovery and anti-virus protection. With the touch of a button, users can restore the system and recover valuable data. The OneKey Rescue System interface allows the user to quickly diagnose where a system corruption occurs, ensuring that recovery is fast and effective. The OneKey Rescue System consists of three modules, which can be accessed before booting into the OS, or in the case of OneKey Recovery can also be accessed in Windows.

To ensure optimum protection against viruses and malicious software, the OneKey AntiVirus system works with Norton Anti-virus, and runs checks before you are logged in the operating system. When things do go wrong, you are covered by OneKey Recovery Backup, which recovers and restores all system and user data at the touch o9f a button. System Repair also automatically repairs damage to critical system files.

Wireless keyboard and mouse for a clutter-free desk

Wireless wonder

Enjoy the clutter-free and simplified world of wireless. The wireless keyboard and mouse enable operation of the computer from up to 65 feet away for maximum flexibility and convenience of use.

Your face is your password

VeriFace face recognition is a fun way to log in your PC--your face is your password, and the software also supports multiple users. VeriFace also comes with a variety of security features. Login log review lets you check who has tried to log into your computer, and file encryption/decryption capabilities mean you can encrypt and decrypt sensitive files, using your face as the password.

Live detection stops unauthorised users from using a photo of the owner to log in. It checks head movement and other characteristics to spot if anyone is using a real person or a photo. Users can enable/ disable the live detection or set the sensitivity level according to their preference. Unauthorised users can also leave a video message for the computer owner to view when they return.

Watch and record TV with the Lenovo IdeaCentre A310

TV on your PC

An integrated hybrid analog/digital TV tuner means you can use the A310 just like a normal HD television, but with the added benefit of digitally recording TV programs.

Get the most out of Windows 7

Lenovo Enhanced Experience for Windows 7 makes your operating system faster, richer and easier. Your PC boots up and shuts down faster than non-optimized PCs - all while loading critical security features like anti-virus software. Richer entertainment and graphics features include HD graphics support for super-smooth playback of HD video content. DirectX 10 and above gives you realistic graphics in games and running the Windows 7 Aero Peek interface, complementing by enhanced digital audio for a totally immersive multimedia experience.

Enhanced Experience for Windows 7 also gives you peace of mind with intuitive, integrated tools that make it easy to use and maintain your PC. Quickly backup, recover, scan and repair your PC with the simple touch of a button.

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Cavtec Systems Limited, established 1991. Providing the finest quality computer support and additional services to Small Medium Enterprises and Home users. Newcastle upon Tyne, London and East Grinstead.

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Professional Computer Support and Services

"Professional Computer Support and Services" is a very grey area these days. Is there any real governing body for the computing industry that maintains standards of practice and procedure? Sure there's the BCS in the United Kingdom, and sure you can have Microsoft and Cisco accreditations... but there is no guild, no professional society? So what are these "Professional Computer Support and Services" we see a lot of these days? How can it be maintained? Who will regulate it? Who should regulate it? Should It be regulated? Feel free to comment.

Seeing as there is no professional practice, the responsibility falls upon the organisation itself. So what about us... Cavtec Systems Limited? What is our stance on these "Professional Computer Support and Services"?

Personal Conduct and ethics

As we are a family ran organisation, having that personal relationship with our customers and clients is easy. We are encouraged our employees to establish these relationships. The thinking behind such is that it creates better working relationships and helps to maintain quality of service, as an element of responsibility falls not only on the organisation but upon the employee.

Cultivating a responsibility, an accountibility, a desire and motivation for work is essential for success. Without it, personal relationships are superficial, empty and worthless to both parties.

Value for money

Gone are the days of the 80's and early 90's where so much emphasis was place on the "product", what it is and what it does. This is 2011. People are more educated and understand what they need and why they need it. They are spoilt for choice when it comes to "product". A cheaper product doesn't necessarily mean value for money! The additional services pre and post sale are value for money. Those personal relationships, they are value for money!

Services and Prices

*POA = Price On Application

Notice a lot of our services are POA. We know that everyone is different in their circumstances, and everyone has differing problems. So no price or service will be the same! Simple.

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The new Shuttle XPC SG41J4 is packed full of fantastic "state of the art" features! The sleek black design of the SG41J4 definitely complements the features in a harmonious way.

I cant wait to get my hands on one and see what its like.

Seriously, have a look below for a list of what its got...

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6-channel audio

With the inbuilt sound card you can connect up to six speakers. Get your own personal surround-sound experience at home.


Stylish exterior and high-speed interior

This attractive Mini-PC offers multi-core CPU power, enabled by Intel's best-ever processors. Core 2 Duo and Core 2 Quad work with two or four CPU cores and are often able to work at double or quadruple the speed of conventional processors.


Communication in the fast lane

The integrated gigabit LAN chipset opens up completely new possibilities for communication with no restriction on the speed of data transfer. Say goodbye to information bottlenecks, whether in the company network or for home Internet access.

Ideal for expansion cards

Although it's been around for quite some time now, the 32-bit PCI slot still remains a useful feature for connecting TV tuners, video capture cards and many other add-ons.


PCI Express technology

A fast X16-PCI-E slot enables the use of modern 3D graphics cards and other expansion cards that have to transfer huge amounts of data at ultra-rapid speeds.


Almost limitless memory

In this age of terabyte hard disks, three internal ports with SATA2 offer almost unlimited hard disk space. A major benefit here is that the Serial-ATA cables interfere far less with the air flow than PATA-Standard cables.


Generous supply of USB ports

You can never have enough of those versatile USB ports. This Shuttle Mini-PC offers 6 ports, with further ports for internal expansions located on the mainboard.


High-quality steel, perfectly finished

Modern production methods enable the creation of perfectly finished steel. This model is in no way inferior to its aluminium brothers and sisters in terms of size and looks. Steel is a cost-effective alternative material for the construction of Mini-PCs, which means you benefit from a more attractive price.


Digital monitor output

Large TFT monitors work with extremely high resolutions. Digital technology is essential for displaying video signals in excellent quality and with no loss of performance. This Mini-PC offers a high-quality DVI monitor output.


Supports dual monitoring

For increased screen area the two monitor outputs (DVI+VGA) can be connected to one display each. Depending on the settings, the output image can be duplicated or expanded on the second screen.


Dual-slot graphic cards? No problem!

The creative engineers at Shuttle have worked out how to fit large and incredibly powerful dual-slot graphics cards into this compact PC. The special dimensions of the cards and the unusual fan size cause no problems at all in this Mini-PC.


Anti-theft protection

The Kensington Lock forms part of the anti-theft system. As with many other Notebooks, this Mini-PC can also be safely locked, ensuring long-term enjoyment from your Shuttle product.


Intelligent fan control

The Smart Fan system promises low operating noise with its large, slowly rotating fans, which generate a very large airflow and have automatic variable speed control.


Now with improved airflow

The latest Mini-PCs feature more air intake points to improve the inflow of cool air. The size and position of these intake points on the chassis cover and underside have been chosen to allow optimal cooling of all critical components, resulting in increased stability and longer lifespan.


Pre-assembled cabling saves time

The most important power and data cables are already routed and just have to inserted into the relevant components. This saves valuable time when setting up the system.


Full support for Windows 7

Shuttle provides all the necessary drivers to ensure the smooth installation of Windows 7, and the enhanced 3D “Aero” interface runs without problem thanks to the integrated state-of-the-art graphics processor.

Cavtec

Cavtec Systems Limited, established 1991. Providing the finest quality computer support and additional services to Small Medium Enterprises and Home users. Newcastle upon Tyne and East Grinstead.

http://www.cavtec.co.uk

Windows 7:God Mode

I you haven't already seen the post over at CNET check it out!

Basically... God Mode in Windows 7! Access all the key customisable features on/for your PC from this handy little Easter Egg.

How to:

1. Right click on your desktop
2. New > Folder
3. Give it the name - GodMode.{ED7BA470-8E54-465E-825C-99712043E01C} - (GodMode is the name of your folder as you will see it, so technically you can call it what you wish! and the memory reference is a culmination of all the settings/customisable features.)
4. When you click off the folder, the icon will change. This signifies that it is ready!

This is a fantastic little feature that really does give you that GodMode feel!

Enjoy!

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Welcome! This is our first post!

Hello everybody!

So this is our first of many posts on our new blog! Basically, this blog will keep you up-to-date on the latest technological hardware we are dealing with on a day to day basis, offering our expert opinions and advice.

A little about us...

We are Cavtec Systems Limited, established 1991 in Newcastle upon Tyne. In 2010 we opened our southern office in East Grinstead (just south of London). We provide, and will continue to provide, the finest quality and care in computer support and additional services to Small Medium Enterprises and Home users in the surrounding regions of Newcastle upon Tyne and East Grinstead.

We specialise in the optimisation of SME Networks, their communication, efficiency and valued ouput to the customer. We integrate Mobile Phone solutions into their infrastructure to build on and improve their communication channels.

This fantastic service doesn't stop there! We are able to provide nationwide support that fits in perfectly with your needs.

We hope you enjoy the blog.

Cavtec Systems Limited

http://www.cavtec.co.uk

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